Company Couscous Recipe

Name: Company Couscous
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup couscous, whole-wheat preferred; 1 cup chicken broth, heated to boiling; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; ¼ cup diced red bell pepper; 4 green onions, sliced; 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 cup fresh basil leaf, cut in chiffonade; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch ground black pepper; 1 dash balsamic vinegar; ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese; ¼ cup pine nuts; ¼ cup dried cranberries

Servings: persons

1 cup couscous, whole-wheat preferred
1 cup chicken broth, heated to boiling
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
¼ cup diced red bell pepper
4 green onions, sliced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cup fresh basil leaf, cut in chiffonade
1 pinch salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
1 dash balsamic vinegar
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup pine nuts
¼ cup dried cranberries

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Stir couscous into boiling broth, then return to a boil.
3
Cover and remove pot from heat.
4
Let stand 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
5
While the couscous is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6
Stir in garlic, pine nuts, green onions and red pepper; saute briefly.
7
Stir in tomatoes, basil, cranberries, cooked couscous, salt and pepper.
8
Mix together and transfer to a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish.
9
Splash some balsamic vinegar on top.
10
Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for 20 minutes.
11
Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese while still warm.

378

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup couscous, whole-wheat preferred, 1 cup chicken broth, heated to boiling, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 garlic clove, minced, and more.

Yes, Company Couscous falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Company Couscous

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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